Serves 4
Mussels Mariniere is a classic bistro dish of mussels served in a white wine sauce.
1 cup diced onion
6 diced scallions, with some of the green remaining
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 cup fruity dry white wine
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper, or red pepper if you prefer more heat
4 pounds small to medium size mussels, cleaned and free of beards
Combine all ingredients including the mussels in a large stainless pot. Cover and bring to a boil.
From the time the mixture begins to boil, cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the mussels open, constantly shaking the pot.
Serve the mussels in soup bowls, evenly spooning the liquid and vegetables over each bowl.
An optional version to this recipe is to include one cup of sliced fresh fennel with the vegetable mixture. You may also add 2 tbsp of olive oil over the mussels before serving.
Serve with a good crusty bread.
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